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Dr Tonilee Pelz

Dr Tonilee Pelz

Dr Tonilee Pelz

After completing her Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Chiropractic at RMIT University Melbourne, Dr. Tonilee Has gone on to complete her Postgraduate degree in Sports Chiropractic (ICSSP)


With the rest of her family, Dr Tonilee was fortunate to receive regular chiropractic care from a young age. Experiencing firsthand the

After completing her Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Chiropractic at RMIT University Melbourne, Dr. Tonilee Has gone on to complete her Postgraduate degree in Sports Chiropractic (ICSSP)


With the rest of her family, Dr Tonilee was fortunate to receive regular chiropractic care from a young age. Experiencing firsthand the impact on her development, performance, health and wellbeing, she’s passionate about providing the highest quality of care to the entire family: ranging from pregnancy and babies to grandparents.


Tonilee was an active teen - she enjoyed all sports, especially athletics and equestrian. This sparked her interest in sports chiropractic and exercise rehab, motivating her to complete her two-year post-graduate studies in Sports Chiropractic Science (ICSSP) after university.


Tonilee enjoys using a diverse range of techniques ranging from gentle care for kids to the stronger techniques used with athletes. She incorporates a holistic approach: looking at the physical, chemical (nutritional) and emotional well-being of each of her patients. This keeps every day interesting and maintains her motivation to have strong referral networks with other health practitioners.


Outside work and study, you will find Tonilee playing with her Golden Retriever Murphy, keeping fit or travelling. Growing up in far east country Victoria influenced Tonilee’s love for travel and activities. An ideal day for Tonilee (other than helping others achieve their health goals) is being outside at the snow or on the water with friends and family.


SPECIAL INTERESTS:


  • Sports Chiropractic
  • Pre and post-natal care for mums
  • Gentle care for children & bubs
  • Supporting kids & teens in sport


STUDIES:


  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Chiropractor) with distinction
  • Masters of Clinical Chiropractic with distinction
  • International Chiropractic Sports Science Practitioner
  • Sympathetic Dominance (nervous system under stress)
  • TLC pregnancy care
  • Optimal Maternal Positioning
  • Inspiral (paediatric development)
  • Sacral Occipital Technique SOT (gentle low force technique)
  • Rocktape/ Graston (sports taping)
  • Functional Neuro-Orthopedic Rehabilitation (FNOR)
  • International Certificate of Sports Chiropractic (ICSC)
  • Pilates Teacher Training
  • Pre and Post Natal Pilates Teacher Training
  • Intended future studies: postgraduate in paediatric neurodevelopmental care


Dr Melvin Ma

Dr Tonilee Pelz

Dr Tonilee Pelz

Dr Melvin Ma is a registered chiropractor with AHPRA of Australia, New Zealand Chiropractic Board, and

Hong Kong Chiropractic Council.


As a Senior Chiropractor with over 13 years of experience of which 10 was based in rural Victoria and 3

years in Metro Melbourne, I am passionate about delivering quality services to my patients from a

holisti

Dr Melvin Ma is a registered chiropractor with AHPRA of Australia, New Zealand Chiropractic Board, and

Hong Kong Chiropractic Council.


As a Senior Chiropractor with over 13 years of experience of which 10 was based in rural Victoria and 3

years in Metro Melbourne, I am passionate about delivering quality services to my patients from a

holistic and practical perspective combining Chiropractic methods with multidiscipline medical works.


Practising in rural Victoria has enlightened me with a wide range of difficult and hidden diagnosis and his

patients range from 3 weeks old to 99 years old including sports athletes and gold medallists.


SPECIAL INTERESTS:


Sports Chiropractic

Pre-and post-natal care for mums

Paediatric issues up to 18 years old

Geriatric issues and supports including post stroke rehabilitation


STUDIES:


  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Complimentary medicine- Chiropractic)
  • Master of Clinical Chiropractic with distinction
  • Musculoskeletal dry needling certified
  • ESWT shockwave application certified
  • Activator technique
  • Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT) with advanced visceral and organic module
  • Neuroimpulse Protocol (NIP)
  • Neuroimpulse adjusting application
  • Sympathetic Dominance (SD) protocol
  • Kinesiology Tape application (Sports Tapping)
  • Thompson technique
  • TMJ and cranial technique
  • Vertigo and BPPV management
  • Dementia and movement disorder management
  • Allergic rhinitis with asthma management
  • Ongoing CPD with medical radiology interventions and medical updates from RACGP

Dr Deanne Pegus

Dr Tonilee Pelz

Dr Yvette Le Cerf

Dr. Deanne completed her Chiropractic degree at RMIT University whilst working as a myotherapist.


 Her myotherapy skillset lead her to great opportunities, working as a trainer for the Richmond Football club & head trainer for the Port Melbourne Colts.


 This experience gives Deanne a high level of professionalism, lovely table side manner a

Dr. Deanne completed her Chiropractic degree at RMIT University whilst working as a myotherapist.


 Her myotherapy skillset lead her to great opportunities, working as a trainer for the Richmond Football club & head trainer for the Port Melbourne Colts.


 This experience gives Deanne a high level of professionalism, lovely table side manner and a sporting twist to her her treatments.


Dr. Deanne is highly motivated and intends to further her studies in the field of paediatric chiropractic.


SPECIAL INTERESTS:


Sports Chiropractic

Women's health

Gentle care for the elderly. 

Dr Yvette Le Cerf

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Dr Yvette Le Cerf

Dr Yvette completed her double bachelor degree of Applied Science (Chiropractic) and Health Sciences with distinctions at RMIT University, Melbourne in 2017.


Dr Yvette has always aspired toward a healthy lifestyle, coming from a family that was heavily involved in the sporting community in Nagambie and surrounds.


This involvement first spar

Dr Yvette completed her double bachelor degree of Applied Science (Chiropractic) and Health Sciences with distinctions at RMIT University, Melbourne in 2017.


Dr Yvette has always aspired toward a healthy lifestyle, coming from a family that was heavily involved in the sporting community in Nagambie and surrounds.


This involvement first sparked her passion in health and how the human body works, and she was excited to return to her home town after completing her university studies to begin caring for the wider community. 


Dr Yvette worked in Nagambie for 7 years before relocating to Melbourne this year with her family. 


She is passionate about helping people of all ages to achieve their optimal health, but has a particular interest in women’s health, pregnancy and paediatrics, and supporting people in their sporting goals. She is always eager to learn and further expand her knowledge. 


In her spare time Dr Yvette enjoys spending time with her husband, two young children and hyperactive German Shorthaired Pointer, Hugo. She also loves running regularly, cooking healthy and nutritious meals for her family, reading and spending as much time outdoors as possible. 


STUDIES:

  • SOT - Sacral Occipital Technique
  • Sympathetic Dominance 
  • Inspiral Paediatric Development 
  • Rocktape (sports taping)


SPECIAL INTERESTS:

  • Pre and post natal care for mums 
  • Paediatrics
  • Sports care 

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Meet Bessy, a healthcare professional with over 13 years of experience dedicated to helping others. 


Before moving to Australia from Albania, Bessy worked as a paramedic and obtained a Master's in surgical nursing.


For the past 9 years, Bessy has worked as a remedial massage therapist collaborating with various healthcare professionals such

Meet Bessy, a healthcare professional with over 13 years of experience dedicated to helping others. 


Before moving to Australia from Albania, Bessy worked as a paramedic and obtained a Master's in surgical nursing.


For the past 9 years, Bessy has worked as a remedial massage therapist collaborating with various healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists, osteopaths, and chiropractors. 


With years of experience working with athletes, Bessy has developed a soft tissue approach combined with an active release stretch technique. While qualified in dry needling, Bessy prefers a hands-on approach to feel the soft tissue changes.


Clients can expect a warm and welcoming experience that blends expertise with fun.


Things to know about Bessy:

  • Enthusiastic, positive energy.
  • Lover of Coffee by the Beach.
  • Family time is very important to him.
  • Enjoys Kickboxing, Soccer and going to the Gym.
  • To fill his Adrenaline Cup we can find Bessy, Skydiving, Jet-skiing or around fast cars or Motorbikes.

Murphy

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Besmir Pollogati - Remedial Massage Therapist

Murphy is our therapy dog, you might see him around the clinic or appearing on our social media from time to time.


Things to know about Murphy:

  • He is a very happy Golden Retriever.
  • He enjoys long walks on the beach.
  • He can never have too many pats.
  • He is a passionate Western Bulldogs supporter.

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